Which of the following words is closest in meaning to 'mitigate' as used in the

Practice Questions

Q1
Which of the following words is closest in meaning to 'mitigate' as used in the passage?
  1. Exacerbate
  2. Reduce
  3. Complicate
  4. Ignore

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following words is closest in meaning to 'mitigate' as used in the passage?
  • Step 1: Understand the word 'mitigate'. It means to make something less severe or serious.
  • Step 2: Think of a simpler word that has a similar meaning to 'mitigate'.
  • Step 3: The word 'reduce' means to make something smaller or less in amount, which is similar to making something less severe.
  • Step 4: Conclude that 'reduce' is the closest synonym to 'mitigate'.
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